Journal
A record of my journey from sewing to designing—and the discoveries that are shaping my work along the way.
What I’m Paying Attention To
Why I choose a particular shape
What I notice in a historical garment
How fabric changes an idea
How I translate an idea into a pattern
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Introducing A New Journey
You all know I’ve been sewing for a while. If you’re new here, I’ve written several posts in my journal about the garments I’ve…
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Creating Stylish Anoraks: My Fall Jacket Journey
Can you believe it’s fall already! It’s almost time to wear a fall jacket. Fortunately, Anita by Design‘s make of a McCall’s anorak M6531…
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Creating the Perfect Bethany Skirt: A Guide
The Bethany Skirt It’s Winter, and I’ve gotten to wear my Bethany Skirt a couple of times this month. The Bethany Skirt pattern was…
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Sewing with Brocade: Tips for the Bobbi Bomber Jacket
Brocade: gorgeous to wear, classes up any setting, challenging to sew. Ask me how I know!
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The Resurrection of a Rose: A Gardening Journey
After struggling with a lifeless community garden plot, a gardener experiences a surprising revival of a discarded rose bush over 18 months. Initially plagued…
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From Waste to Fashion: Creating Eco-Friendly Sportswear
Making my own clothes allows me to express my identity in fit, color, garment type, and style. Recently, I had the opportunity to showcase…
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